entrer

entrer

To enter.

Here, 'entrer' is used with 'dans' followed by a location, indicating the action of moving inside that place.

Pierre peut entrer dans la maison.

Pierre can enter the house.

In this context, 'entrer' is metaphorically used to signify becoming a part of or joining a group or entity.

Je veux entrer dans l'équipe de football.

I want to join the football team.

Here, 'entrer' describes the physical action of going into a medium, in this case, water.

Elle a peur d'entrer dans l'eau froide.

She is afraid of entering the cold water.